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395 people are interested
A Hospice "PAW Pals" Pet Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: VITAS Healthcare of San Diego
Please visit the new page to apply.
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395 people are interested
Does your pet enjoy people? Would you like to bring joy to others in a fun and simple way? VITAS invites you and your pet to become PAW Pals and visit VITAS hospice patients in nursing homes or assisted living facilities in your community. Pets provide friendship and show unconditional love to hospice patients. People who have had to give up their pets miss the companionship and devotion that only animals can provide. Your visits leave behind memories of you and your pet, and rekindle thoughts of other pets. All kinds of pets are invited to join VITAS' PAW Pals.
All volunteers are required to attend a comprehensive orientation to gain the knowledge you will need to work with terminally ill patients. Two TB tests and background check are also required and are provided by VITAS.
Upcoming New Volunteer Orientation:
Saturday, March 9th from 8:30 am - 4 pm
Orientation is held at our office located at:
9655 Granite Ridge Dr. Ste. 300
San Diego, CA 92123
Continental breakfast and lunch provided.
There is also an option to complete orientation a via Zoom and self-study combination.
Vaccine records are required on your pet and a behavioral evaluation is required and provided by VITAS.
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About VITAS Healthcare of San Diego
Location:
9655 Granite Ridge Dr., Ste. 300, San Diego, CA 92123, US
Mission Statement
VITAS Healthcare recognizes the importance of a strong and innovative Hospice program. Volunteers are an integral part of the hospice program, allowing VITAS to continue personalizing, enhancing and expanding services offered to patients and families. By exemplifying the VITAS Values, volunteers serve as advocates and are proactive in meeting the needs of those under our care. VITAS integrates volunteers into the hospice team by actively recruiting, training, supporting and creatively utilizing volunteers to meet patient and family needs. Volunteers and their contributions are respected and valued.
Description
Volunteers are the heart of VITAS Healthcare, providing friendly, non-medical support to hospice patients and their family or offering support services in the office. We are seeking caring and compassionate individuals to volunteer for our patients in their homes or in nursing facilities in your community throughout San Diego County.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Nursing Home/Assisted Livings in YOUR communityAssignments made within 15 miles of your homeThroughout San Diego County, CA 92123
DATE POSTED
April 5, 2024
SKILLS
- Animal Therapy
- Animal Care / Handling
- Veterinary
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Hospice Care
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 weekly visits, generally 1-2 hrs + travel time
- Background Screening, 2 TB tests, Health Screen Questionnaire, Hep B Vaccine offered (not mandatory). All requirements covered by VITAS